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Existential crisis and thinking too much
I haven't found a good reason to go on living. Things seem fairly normal to outsiders. There's constant existential turmoil in my mind. I think a lot about the things that I find lacking in life and it makes me very very unhappy. I look for distractions but wind up being depressed every time. I am not satisfied with my career choice. It tortures me daily. Context: I'm deeply infatuated with someone who, I'm afraid, won't reciprocate my feelings. I'm 20. I've turned to smoking as an escape. Help!
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You are too young to feel dejected . You have just started your life and you need to give yourself some time to reach to where you wish to be . The fact that you are still looking for solutions to your issues means you have a strong desire to face the situation boldly . Existential turmoil is a part of everybody’s life now and we all need to learn to not let it affect us at the core . You still have many years to prove to yourself on career , it’s a beginning not the end . Whether others will reject you or not is a different story , but from what you say it seems that you are rejecting yourself . It’s contradictory .
Next Steps
Be comfortable with yourself . First you start treating yourself well and the world will follow . Don’t fear rejection . We don’t get everything we want but that should not stop us from trying for them. You must be able to express yourself because you want to share something , not for a reciprocation of your choice .
Health Tips
Smoking is not a solution to anything , in fact you are creating one more problem for the coming time . Stop smoking . Think good about yourself . Do justice to yourself and give yourself a good treatment . Follow your heart and speak your mind . Don’t expect anything in return . Life is beautiful only if you see it that way . You are only 20, long way to go .
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Dr. Kailash S
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I am able to understand how u must b feeling. Not having a good relationship with a person u like can cause a lot of stress. But when the stress is lot to the extent of causing depression and anxiety it needs to be treated. Depression makes a person lose his confidence, motivation, interest reduces his concentration and potential. V would need to know a few more details like ur sleep, appetite other situations that might make u anxious etc to give appropriate suggestions. Ur problem can be easily treated with counselling and if needed medications. U will be able to function better with it. Don't let ur problems affect ur personal or professional help. U need to consult a psychiatrist. U can also consult me online through the Practo chat option. Best wishes for speedy recovery!!
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